East Coast Australia Travel Guide
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Where to stay in East Coast Australia
Sydney Central Business District
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.
Surfers Paradise
Home of the Arts and Chevron Renaissance are a few top attractions in Surfers Paradise. Hop around the city on the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station and check out the area's stunning beaches, luxurious spas and popular shops.
Darling Harbour
Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Australian National Maritime Museum and Sydney Lyric Theatre, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.
Broadbeach
The stunning beaches, first-class casinos and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Star Gold Coast or The Oasis while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.
Brisbane Central Business District
Are you interested in beautiful gardens, stunning river views and popular shops? A visit to Brisbane Central Business District might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Anzac Square and Brisbane Customs House.
Noosa Heads
A noteworthy feature of Noosa Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Noosa National Park and Hastings Street.
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
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Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Shangri-La Sydney
Breakfast buffet situation is beyond crazy; long lines to get seated. The room is dated and outdoor pool area is a joke
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
Room was clean, coffee was available in room. The hotel was less than half full but was given a room overlooking the beautiful parking lot! Yes it was close to departure area but was it worth it? NO...When we booked 10 months prior we asked for as high up as possible...they gave up the 1st floor ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
So the hotel was convenient and the staff was very friendly and helpful. However, our room was average. The one tv would not load channels and work. And the bathroom, well the bathroom was terrible. Black mold everywhere. In the grout all under the sink. The bathroom smelled dirty musty and like ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney
The room was very large, and it was also very clean. Central to lots of shops and dining! Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
The shower had mould and the frame was not clean inside and out. The balcony was full of cobwebs and the roof of the balcony had a cracked section that if fell through would cause grave injuries.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
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Popular places to visit
Circular Quay
Trains, buses and boats all make a bee-line for Circular Quay, a place at the heart of Sydney's journeying – and so should you.
Sydney Opera House
The bold lines of the Sydney Opera House speak more about Sydney than any other part of this cosmopolitan city of four million.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
A colossus of engineering, the Harbour Bridge brings the pieces of Sydney together, and offers you a different perspective on the city's wide-angle drama.
Warner Bros. Movie World
Everyone loves to watch movies, and the Gold Coast’s famous movie-themed park is a great opportunity to get up close to the action as well!
Manly Beach
Lying just a ferry-ride away, on the north shore of Sydney's harbour, Manly will soon have you surfing and swimming – or just watching others getting all-manly.
Cairns Esplanade
Soak up the city’s relaxed atmosphere and admire the sunset over the Coral Sea as you wander along this popular walkway.
Activities
Wineglass Bay Cruise from Coles Bay
